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The Cal Times student news is a publication of the Student Association Inc. at California University of Pennsylvania

Cal Times

The Cal Times student news is a publication of the Student Association Inc. at California University of Pennsylvania

Cal Times

Cal U campus was buzzing with the news about two surprise engagements. On left, Cal U student Nick Bishop proposed to McKenna Ferris at Cal U's Homecoming parade Oct. 12, 2019.   On right, Joe Hepple proposed to Beth Ann Bentz at a reception for AVI staff members on Nov. 26, 2019.

It’s all about love! Cal U couples tell surprise engagement stories and share V-Day plans

Hannah Wyman, News Editor February 13, 2020

One day, Nick Bishop walked McKenna Ferris to her class in Morgan Hall from Duda Hall. The same thing happened the following day. And the day after. And the day after that until it became an essential...

Cal U celebrates Black History Month with Soul Food Luncheon

Jeff Helsel February 5, 2020

The annual Soul Food Luncheon in the Gold Rush, Natali Student Center, Feb. 5, 2020, featured a variety of ethnic cuisine traditionally prepared and eaten by African Americans of the southern United States....

Art and Writing Encounter

Art and Writing Encounter

Sarah Erstfeld, Contributor January 31, 2020

The Art and Writing Encounter (AWE), an event on Sept. 27, 2019 at California University of Pennsylvania where high school and middle school students from surrounding school districts came to campus for...

Students serve the community on Cal U’s Day of Service

Hannah Wyman, News Editor January 29, 2020

Tuesday, Jan. 28, the Performance Center buzzed with activity as students volunteered their time to participate in Cal U’s Day of Service. From crafts to cards, many gathered to celebrate and honor Dr....

Reggie Surpris, co-owner of R&D Apparel, sports his Life Design hoodie.

Two Cousins Trying to make a Difference

Lily Gongaware, Graphic Designer / Contributor November 4, 2019

Reggie Surpris and his cousin, Duke, know how beneficial motivation can be when accomplishing their goals. Their company, R&D Apparel, aims to promote that same motivation and confidence to...

Executive Chef Jennifer Richmond works with Cal U student Miranda Anderson to customize an allergen-friendly meal at the Gold Rush dining hall’s new “Clarity” station, Natali Student Center.

Vegans and Vegetarians Unite!

Hanah Burns, Contributor November 3, 2019

Dining services at California University of Pennsylvania have rolled out brand new meatless and gluten free meal options this semester to cater to students who are vegan, vegetarian, or have other food...

Homecoming Court Called to Order

Homecoming Court Called to Order

Tom Caton, Editor in Chief October 21, 2019

Being crowned king or queen for homecoming seems to be a dream come true. Some Cal U students got to live that dream over homecoming weekend.  There are many traditions that take place every year at Cal...

Cal U Homecoming parade, Oct. 21, 2019

70th Annual Homecoming Parade

Tom Caton, Editor in Chief October 21, 2019

It has always been a homecoming tradition for the last 70 years, the annual homecoming parade. Hundreds of current Cal U students, alumni, families, and friends gathered at the campus of California University...

Cal U Book Reading Event

Cal U Book Reading Event

Veonna King, Contributor October 21, 2019

On October 10th at Cal U in Old Main Chapel had its own alumni Brian C. Johnson come back to this university to host a book reading. The event was hosted by Anthony Carlisle, a current professor...

Storming Area 51.....WHY?

Storming Area 51…..WHY?

Tom Caton, Editor in Chief October 7, 2019

Sitting just about 83-miles outside the bustling city of Las Vegas, Nevada, lies the Mojave Desert. Las Vegas, or often known simply as Vegas, is the 28th most populated city in the United States and the...

Coover Hall Rededication Ceremony

Coover Hall Rededication Ceremony

Tom Caton, Editor in Chief October 7, 2019

A campus landmark has finally reopened with a brand-new look. The newly renovated Coover Hall has been transformed inside and out with all the bells and whistles one could imagine. The former industrial...

Relay for Life

Relay for Life

Angela D’Amato, Contributor September 23, 2019

Ready, set, Relay! This past weekend CalU held their 12th Relay for Life. The event was full of games, activities, and lots of walking. There were 28 teams that registered for the event and many community...

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